Shirsondi - Malegaon, Nashik
Shirsondi is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Shirsondi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirsondi is 550248. The village covers a total geographical area of 818 hectares and falls under the 423208 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shirsondi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirsondi
As per Census 2011, Shirsondi village has a total population of 1,807 people, consisting of 933 males and 874 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,265 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirsondi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,807 | 933 | 874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 117 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 41 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 1,265 | 709 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 224 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Shirsondi
Shirsondi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Varhale | West | 1.80 km |
| Manjare | East | 2.40 km |
| Saundane | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Takali | North | 3.95 km |
| Tisgaon | West | 4.38 km |
| Savkarwadi | South-East | 4.48 km |
| Zadi | South | 5.11 km |
| Sonaj | North-East | 6.18 km |
| Erandgaon | South-East | 6.73 km |
| Nandgaon | North-West | 6.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirsondi
Shirsondi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panevadi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malegaon to Shirsondi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Shirsondi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirsondi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirsondi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shirsondi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirsondi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirsondi
Where is Shirsondi located?
Shirsondi village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirsondi?
Shirsondi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirsondi?
The pincode of Shirsondi is 423208.
What is the population of Shirsondi?
Shirsondi has a total population of 1,807, including 933 males and 874 females.
How many households are there in Shirsondi?
There are 399 households in Shirsondi.
What is the literacy rate in Shirsondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirsondi is 70.01%. Male literacy is 75.99% and female literacy is 63.62%.